Waverly, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Bremer County County
Waverly, IA
At a Glance
How Waverly Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Waverly's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Waverly a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Waverly residents earn a median household income of $78,429 , which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $41,409. The unemployment rate stands at 3.3% (8% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 749 business establishments, including 48 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Waverly is $215,200 , 24% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $279,728. Median rent is $909/month, with 24.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1977.
Safety & Crime
Waverly reports 141 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 63% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 895/100K.
Education
43.9% of adults in Waverly hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% above the national average). 94.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Waverly has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 36.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.